Facility: Cobb Hospital

Job Summary:

The flow coordinator is responsible for the safe and efficient daily operation of the Cath & EP Labs. The coordinator is responsible for ensuring optimal patient care delivery while maintaining essential procedural flow through the department. The coordinator is responsible for staffing assignments, scheduling of procedures, collaborating with physicians to coordinate procedure times, and collaborating with receiving unit & bed Control to ensure proper patient placement post procedure. The flow coordinator will work under the direction of the Cath Lab Manager and/or Department Director. The flow coordinator actively works to support WellStar in achieving its mission and goals, foster communication & collaborative practice, and serve as a role model to promote a professional image and expert clinical practice.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

1. Coordinates the Cath Lab schedule to ensure a safe environment for patients. Ensures efficient procedure flow relative to staff & physicians. a) Coordinated daily patient schedules. b) Makes appropriate staff assignments. c) Communicates with the logistics coordinator concerning any equipment problems or suggestions, new procedures, new equipment use, or experimental protocols. d) Communicates with room team leaders regarding daily staffing, physician schedules, equipment issues and coordination of patient flow to ensure optimal productivity. 2. Promotes quality patient care. a) Practices & promotes WellStar standards of gold. b) Functions as a role model for clinical staff. c) Communicates with team leaders to ensure optimal productivity. d) Able to function as Cath lab team member during procedures, and assists when necessary. e) Maintains clinical competency. Available for call if needed. 3. Provides input to Cath Lab management regarding staff performance. Keeps management apprised of staff issues in a timely manner. a) Collaborates with physicians and their extenders regarding scheduling. b) Provides input to Cath Lab management and the logistics coordinator, identifying the impact of new technology or products on clinical operations and staffing requirements. c) Supports and participates in Process Improvement. d) Complies and supports Cath Lab Department and WellStar Policies & Procedures 4. Ability to collaborate and coordinate with clinical educators and logistics coordinators to: a) Coordinate ongoing educational activities b) Provide orientees with necessary experience c) Provide feedback concerning educational needs of staff d) Troubleshoot equipment problems e) Identify equipment or product needs f) Provide feedback regarding function of equipment Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

Diploma from an accredited nursing program Required or Associate's Degree Accredited radiologic technology school or Cardiovascular Tech program Required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN - Multi-state Compact
• Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ACLS - Instructor or ACLS - Provisional
• Registered CVI Specialist-Preferred

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 1 year Cath Lab experience with Interventional cardiac procedure experience

Required Minimum Skills:

Extensive knowledge of invasive cardiovascular procedures Extensive knowledge of cardiovascular procedures Excellent communication skills Ability to work closely with physicians and clinical staff that possess high degree of technical ability Delegation skills are required Has ability to prioritize Must be able to assess staff skill level in order to make appropriate assignments Ability to function well in stressful and emergency situations is essential The ability to multi-task is essential Strong customer service & interpersonal skills are essential Inter and intra-department coordination of patient care activities Detail oriented Able and willing to provide procedural support as needed Personal time management skills are required.